The Coffee Shops™ welcome Polymeric Exterior Products Association (PEPA)!

The Polymeric Exterior Products Association  provides expertise in resilient exteriors and industry advancement. 

The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning online communities where the industries meet for technologies, safety, information and education for the construction trades of roofing, metal, coatings and outdoor living, are pleased to welcome Polymeric Exterior Products Association (PEPA) into their community.   

PEPA brings a clear mission centered on defending and expanding markets for polymeric products by promoting their benefits to both the industry and its consumers. The organization supports a growing workforce through expanded installation training and certification programs and champions its members’ interests throughout government and code bodies. That includes work tied to proposed changes to ASTM standards and legislation that protects the right to choose polymeric exteriors. The association also invests in sustainability through life cycle inventory studies and environmental product declarations that elevate credible industry data. 

From PEPA, you can expect: 

• A unified voice advocating for the right to choose polymeric exteriors 
• Industry training and certification programs that strengthen the workforce 
• Reliable technical resources backed by data on performance, affordability and sustainability 
• Collaborative opportunities that connect manufacturers, suppliers, dealers, builders and installers 
• Support that helps professionals grow alongside rising demand for resilient exterior products 

The Coffee Shops are proud to welcome PEPA!

About PEPA 

Members can expect a strong focus on workforce development through installer trainee programs and certified installer pathways. These efforts support newcomers and seasoned professionals with structured training that reflects best practices and the latest installation standards. PEPA’s resource library further expands access to information on performance, affordability, energy efficiency and sustainability that professionals rely on when navigating material choices.